Can I use netfile or not?
 

I have been in Canada since August 2011, I have filed one tax return so far (by paper)

I have an online account with the CRA and this shows my previous return, address, bank details etc

I am currently on a temporary work permit and this is the line that catches me out in the restrictions

You are an immigrant, emigrant, or non-resident of Canada for the 2012 tax year.

Am I still considered an immigrant for the 2012 tax year?

Really trying to avoid a paper return again :frown:

Thanks in advance

Re: Can I use netfile or not?
 

You should be OK to netfile. You emigrated in the 2011 tax year and were resident in Canada for the entire 2012 tax period.

Re: Can I use netfile or not?
 

Yes you can file.

You did not immigrate in 2012, it was 2011. Therefore you should not check yes to this box.

Re: Can I use netfile or not?
 

Do you have to set up an on-line account or is it done automatically when you file your first return? I filed mine on paper last week as I did immigrate in 2012 so do I need to open an account and then the information from this year will show up when it all gets processed?

Re: Can I use netfile or not?
 

You have to open an account if you want on-line access to your tax affairs. Even if you don't, you will still be able to net file your return next year.

Re: Can I use netfile or not?
 

Thank, I'll have a go at that. I did look at it using my SIN today and it said I needed to call them about it. Maybe that's because I don't have a tax return on file yet because it's still being processed at the moment?